Vintage natural Brazilian cowhide with a black/brown and white zebra stencil. Suitable in different periods/styles of decor. We hand select each of these for color, sheen and versatility with emphasis on making a subtle or bold! statement in your decor. Add interest by layering on top of carpet or area rugs.

Brazil is the beef industry capital of the world of which cowhides are a byproduct. Chromium tanning is the best quality for all hair on hide and smooth leather. Cows are harvested for meat or die of natural causes. They are not harvested for the hide only. During the two World Wars, people migrated to South America for safety. Among their prized possessions, they took their livestock to survive. Thus, for multiple generations, various breeds from many countries have been cross bred, creating the unique hair on hides we see today.

There are no two hides exactly alike. Breeds will be similar. Caring for a cowhide is very simple. Spills, simply clean up with blotting the spill. Vacuum sweeping or the current Roomba is safe as well. Long hair hides are a winter harvest. Short hair is a summer harvest.

Any creases that occur in shipping can be removed with an iron to the back of the hide.


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Flaws and imperfections inherent in natural hides.

Origin:
Brazil

Materials & Techniques:
Cowhide

Details:
Rug Construction: Flatweave
Pattern: Animal Print
Country of Origin: Brazil
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Flaws and imperfections inherent in natural hides.